Basketball News · LatestFriday, May 8, 2026

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White feels blessed to have a generational talent like Caitlin Clark. White recently spoke about her best player ahead of the 2026 WNBA season, which tips off Saturday.

The Spurs showed they can adjust and respond to being “punked”, now it’s the shorthanded Wolves’ turn.

The Sixers-Knicks second-round playoff series heads to South Philadelphia for the weekend. First up, Game 3 on Friday night.

With a mix of established veterans and exciting youngsters, can the Sun make a leap in 2026?

Former Lady Vol waived ahead of the 2026 WNBA season.

Angel Reese begins her third WNBA season on Saturday, May 9, with a new team, the Atlanta Dream. The star center hopes to reset her reputation after a trade away from the Chicago Sky. Reese often bristled at treatment by…

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio SpursDate: May 8th, 2026Time: 8:30 PM CDTLocation: Target CenterTelevision Coverage: ESPN Wolves-Spurs Game 3 Preview: Bury the Blowout, Protect the Den The Timberwolves had a chance to put this series in a vice grip. That’s what Game 2 could have been. Steal another one in San Antonio, fly back to […]

The noteworthy and positive from Dallas’ otherwise disappointing season

Top NBA Draft prospect Darryn Peterson said in a new ESPN interview he has an answer to the cramping problems that caused him to miss games at Kansas.

The players with the most on the line as the NBA Draft Combine and NBA Draft lottery near

Tip-off is at 7:30 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.

Opening day for the WNBA is here, and it's headlined by Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally teaming up with the New York Liberty.

Tip-off is at 3:00 PM ET on NBC and Peacock.

Andy Katz makes his first bracket predictions for the 2026-27 season, featuring his first 76-team bracket since the NCAA tournament expansion.

The 76ers will donate 500 tickets for each remaining home second-round playoff game to area community groups in their latest attempt to keep more of their own fans in the building and avoid a takeover by Knicks supporters.

See the full list of draft lottery odds ahead of Sunday's selection process

SportsLine's Kyle Marley reveals his picks for the UFC 328 card from Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., on Paramount+, featuring Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland in a middleweight matchup

Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens offered Hugo Gonzalez high praise -- and also a goal to work toward, writes Chris Forsberg.

Martin played his role, often in the face of injury, but the fit is difficult to find

Let’s dive into the “new” guy, Haywood Highsmith.

Here's how this week's two-start slate stacks up

The 30th season of the WNBA is just some hours away as the 15 teams take center stage after a tumultuous offseason. As the fans prepare for the tournament, the rosters have taken firm shape.

Jared McCain has found his stride with the Thunder.

Crowded receiving corps raises questions about overall Fantasy consistency

The Hawkeyes have bulletin board material after way-too-early CBS Sports Bracketology snub

The WNBA’s lucrative, long-term media rights are inked. The historic collective bargaining agreement between owners and players is complete. Team valuations are at an all-time high. The league enters its 30th season Friday with more fans than ever and star players who are newly minted millionaires. To keep up with this growth, front offices around …

The New York Knicks will be dealt a blow if OG Anunoby is unable to play in Game 3 vs. 76ers with a right hamstring strain.

A'ja Wilson (+220) is the consensus preseason favorite to win her fifth WNBA MVP in 2026, while Caitlin Clark (+240), Napheesa Collier (+800) and reigning Rookie of the Year Paige Bueckers (+1400) are among the next best on the board.

After injuries sidelined her for most of 2025, the Fever star is ready to turn the page after months of rehab and the "mental battle."

She shares the family’s experiences in the Alamo City